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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Guermantes Way, Part I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Swann consider after hearing a song played on the piano at the Verdurin's?
(a) If he could write music.
(b) If he knows the composer.
(c) If the song is any good.
(d) If he could play the song himself.

2. What makes the Verdurins finally disapprove of Swann in "Swann In Love"?
(a) Swann's profession.
(b) Swann disagreeing with them.
(c) Swann having a physical relationship with Odette.
(d) Swann's taste in music.

3. In "Place-Names: The Place, Part I," what does the doctor recommend for the narrator's nerves?
(a) Sleep.
(b) Wine.
(c) Water or juice.
(d) Beer or Brandy.

4. What does Swann wait for when Odette is in Paris in "Swann In Love"?
(a) For her to go home.
(b) For her to need money.
(c) For her to call on him.
(d) For her to write her father.

5. Swann tends to court what type of lady?
(a) Ones from higher social statuses.
(b) He doesn't have a specific type.
(c) Ones from lower social statuses.
(d) Ones who participate in the arts.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the narrator's father believe Mme. de Villeparisis will be able to inspire the narrator's writing?

2. What does the narrator's grandmother say she believes one should never do on vacation?

3. During the party at the Villeparisis' in "Guermantes Way, Part I," who embarrasses the narrator?

4. What does Swann come to realize about his relationship with Odette at the end of "Swann In Love"?

5. Why does the narrator's grandmother insist they rest during their trip to Balbec?

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